- Thursday, 15 January 2026
The Rising Nepal
Zimbabwe’s Gold Rush
Zimbabwe is awash with gold. According to the finance ministry, the country earned $ 2.5 billion from gold exports in 2024 – an increase of 37 per cent compared to the previous year. Much of this trade is drive
Land Rules Relaxed
Land is a primary factor for undertaking development activities and establishing industries for the production of goods and services. Without the availability of appropriate land, neither development works nor ind
Cypriot fishermen turn invasive lionfish into tavern fare
Photis Gaitanos' rough fingers adroitly untangle the venomous spikes of a lionfish from a net, throwing the exotic-looking creature into an ice-filled rubber bin along with other fish from the day's catch.
Rs. 203M allocated to 49 schools
The Sudurpaschim Provincial Government has initiated the construction of 49 schools, 27 playgrounds, nine toilets, along with several skill training programmes, with an investment of more than Rs. 200 million for the current fiscal year.
NCC holds Diamond Jubilee golf tournament
On the occasion of its historic Diamond Jubilee, the Nepal Chamber of Commerce has successfully organised a Corporate Golf Tournament. The tournament, which was participated in by industrialists and businesspeople from the private sector, was held at the Royal Nepal Golf Club in Kathmandu. The NCC awarded the winners of the tournament on Saturday.
Multiple govt offices offer services from a building
Four government offices have begun providing services from a newly constructed, modern multi-storey integrated building in Jumla. The five-storey building, completed i
NHRC urges govt to prioritise senior citizens' issues
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has urged the government to be sensitive to the rights of senior citizens and to effectively implement the provisions of the constitution, relevant acts, policies, and regulations.
KIFF's 3rd edition begins
The third Karnali International Film Festival (KIFF) has been officially inaugurated with the slogan, ‘Visit Karnali, Behold Karnali’ in Kathmandu on Thursday. Organised with the aim of promoting Nepa
Japan okays record defense budget to deter China
Japan's Cabinet on Friday approved a record defense budget plan exceeding 9 trillion yen ($58 billion) for the coming year, aiming to fortify its strike-back capability and coastal defense with cruise missiles and unmanned arsenals as tensions rise in the region.
New land regulation to ease transmission line construction
The government has made provisions allowing the subdivision (plotting) of land areas that fall under electric transmission line corridors. Through the third amendment to the Lan
Gharial hatchlings released into Babai River
Young gharial hatchlings at the Crocodile Breeding Centre in Bardiya National Park have been released into their natural habitat in the Babai River. Bardiya National Park (BNP) organise
Australia lead England by 46 after 20 wickets fall on crazy day at MCG
An astounding 20 wickets fell on a frantic day one of the fourth Ashes Test on Friday with Australia all out for 152 before storming back to dismiss England for 110 and leave the clash on a knife-edge.
Too hot to handle? Searing heat looming over 2026 World Cup
With less than six months to go before the 2026 World Cup kicks off, organizers are bracing for what could be their most challenging opponent yet: extreme heat. Soaring temperatures ac
Two Indian youths reach Muktinath on skates, bicycle
With freezing temperatures sweeping the area, only sparse traffic moves along the route to Muktinath. Walking in the morning and evening is difficult, and the water flowing on the road has frozen, making travel risky for both pedestrians and vehicles.
Nepal Int'l Art Exhibition concludes
Nepal International Art Exhibition–2025 concluded in Kathmandu on Thursday. Diverse contemporary and traditional artworks from South Asia and beyond were showcased in the three-day exhibition. Inaugurated by the Chancellor of the NAFA N
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